President William Ruto has been visiting different places in the country to launch new government projects This has sparked the interest of Kenyans, who took to social media to mock the president's project launch with humor They tied ribbons to different objects and cut them with scissors to “launch” the objects as projects Kenyans have…
Jadini Nzomo (left) of Nduruma clears the ball past Prime Time players. [Jonah Onyango, Standard] At last, Eva defeated Haraka Sio Baraka 7-5 to break their two-week unbeaten record in the ongoing Nairobi Polo League on Sunday. It was bad day in office for diminutive international striker Amani Nzomo, who despite scoring four goals for…
Landslides in Baringo North, caused by heavy rains, cost the lives of Zakayo Ruto's wife, two children and his nephew The tragedy left Ruto saddened as he prepared for life without his loved ones, while family and friends mourned deeply During the mournful funeral, the local leaders asked the residents to move away from the…
One of the Kenya Airways Boeing Dreamliners at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in 2023. [Elvis Ogina, Standard] For the first time in more than a decade, national carrier Kenya Airways has posted a profit for the first half of this year, a possible indicator that its recovery plans could be bearing fruit and is…
On Monday, August 19, businessman Jimi Wanjigi presented himself to the Directorate of Crime DCI Wanjigi investigation accused the police of disobeying court orders after he was arrested and detained at Kamukunji Police Station Police said Wanjigi's arrest was linked to the six pistols found in his home and not to the eight-eighth protest Nairobi…
American double Olympic champion has revealed why he values the long-standing athletic rivalry with Jamaica. Double Olympic champion Rai Benjamin has opened up about his profound respect for Jamaican athletes and the historic rivalry that has spurred both nations to greatness in athletics. The competition, which often peaks at events like the World Athletics Championships…
The Ukambani area in Eastern Kenya has produced some of the richest people in the country, including Mike Sonko and Harun Mwau Sonko revealed that he made his fortune before he was elected as the Member of Parliament for Makadara (MP) in 2010 Former Machakos Senator Johnson Muthama has investments in agriculture, mining and real…
President William Ruto has assured that no student will miss out on scholarships under the new funding model, which will provide 95% scholarships to learners from vulnerable families. Speaking at the University of Eastern Africa, Baraton’s 42nd graduation ceremony in Nandi County on Sunday, Ruto announced the government’s decision to increase scholarship coverage from 80%…
According to Salary Explorer, lawyers in Kenya take home an average of KSh 371,000 monthly, but veterans rack up millions in legal fees With their handsome fees, senior lawyers have built multimillion-dollar homes across the country, and they don't shy away from showing them off Senior lawyer Ahmednasir Abdullahi, who represents wealthy clients, including President…
Safina party leader and businessman Jimi Wanjigi has been arrested after he presented himself to a police station in Nairobi on Monday, August 19, 2024. The businessman had arrived at the DCI headquarters in a sleek Mercedes Benz with customised plates when a police officer barred him from addressing members of the press who had…
Fredrick Imbugwa from Eshibikhwa area, Kakamega county, was found dead in his house on Sunday, August 18 The assistant chief of the area Emmanuel Shikanda said the body was discovered by neighbors who noticed a bad smell coming from the house A few days before his death, Imbugwa claimed that the woman he lived with…
The Registrar of Political Parties has confirmed the decision made by the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) to appoint Hassan Omar as the interim Secretary General.In the notice, Registrar Ann Nderitu stated that the ruling party had informed her about their decision to replace Cleophas Malala on an interim basis until party…
Kirinyaga accounts for 1.3% of Kenya's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), according to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS). The County Gross Domestic Product (GCP) which is rich in agriculture increased from KSh 139.8 billion in 2021 to KSh 160.9 billion in 2022 Among the richest people from Kirinyaga are Andrew Ngirici, Charles Njiru and…
On Saturday, August 17, Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua said some leaders of Mount Kenya have betrayed him According to Gachagua, the leaders he helped to win elected seats are among those plotting to bring him down The deputy president vowed that he would not support any Mt Kenya rebels in the 2027 General Election Nakuru…
Caption Francis Muthiani tees off on the par-four 17th hole during the Nyeri Golf Festival tournament at Vet Lab Sports Club, August 17, 2024. [Mose Sammy, Standard] Over the weekend, the 101-year-old Vet Lab Sports Club hosted the inaugural Nyeri Golf Festival, attracting a record-breaking field of 210 golfers. Vet Lab Sports Club’s Club Captain…